WWE Cancels Trademark On ‘Cody Rhodes’

On November 2, WWE filed to cancel its trademark on “Cody Rhodes.” 

Heel By Nature reports that the cancelation was finalized on Wednesday morning. 

Cody filed to trademark the name on April 13, the day WWE’s trademark lapsed, but WWE filed a late renewal, claiming that their filing and payment was delayed due to COVID-19. The late renewal was filed on May 15.

In July, Cody’s trademark was refused due to WWE’s filing. At the time, he said he has no grudge over WWE filing for a late renewal. 

It’s not as sultry/scandalous as reported. It’s just business. They’ve seen the same data we have, and they know they can make big money off the brand(even though it’s not in their house). Trying to license me is flattering, but it doesn’t stop this train from moving. No grudge. https://t.co/7pkPtU1Cry

— Cody (@CodyRhodes) July 4, 2020

In October 2019, Cody said WWE wasn’t holding the name hostage and that he could use the Rhodes name without an issue, but he wouldn’t. 

Cody has until January 2021 to file an update on his case.